Sodium content of packaged foods and beverages in Nigeria: a cross-sectional comparative study with WHO global sodium benchmarks, Kenya, and South Africa
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Adedayo Ojo, Alexandra Jones, Kylie Howes
Abstract High intake of processed foods, especially those with high sodium content, is a contributor to hypertension and cardiovascular disease. This study aimed to compare …
Intrahousehold Gender Relations in Sorghum and Millet Production Resources: Evidence from Male- and Female-Headed Households in Southern Malawi
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Charity Chanza, Sibongile Zimba Chimzinga, Andrew J. Dougill
Abstract Sorghum and millet are important sources of food and nutrition security among smallholder farmers in Malawi. The majority of farmers engaged in sorghum and …
Biochar Technology for Sustainable Agriculture at Smallholder Farms: A Case Study of Ethiopia, Malawi, and Tanzania
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Shimbahri Mesfin, Lars Olav Eik, Sveinung Sægrov
Abstract Smallholder farmers in Ethiopia, Malawi and Tanzania are under pressure to sustainably improve agricultural production and manage the environment due to limited access to …
Agroforestry Innovations for Improved Soil Fertility and Resilience to Climate Change
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Joyce Njoloma, Robertson Khataza, Isaac Betserai Nyoka
Abstract Agroforestry practices involve a wide range of trees and woody shrubs that are protected or planted and managed on agricultural landscapes. Integrating trees in …
Impact of Biochar Application on Soil Health and Crop Productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Shimbahri Mesfin, Lars Olav Eik, Odd Evjen
Abstract Biochar is the carbon-rich soil amendment produced by the thermal decomposition (pyrolysis) of biomass. It attracted much interest because it contributes to sustainable soil …
Enhancing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance data use in Uganda
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Uzo Chukwuma, Jonathan Mayito, Vivian Twemanye
Objective: This study aimed to identify gaps and barriers to the use of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance data in Uganda and to recommend enhancements to …
Assessing the welfare of dogs surgically sterilized during single day free community pet clinics in Kampala Metropolitan area, Central Uganda
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Zozianne Hoareau, Lewis Ashabahebwa, William Lume
Free community pet clinics (FCPCs) are instrumental in providing healthcare services for pets in resource-constrained communities. These programmes are typically single-day and coupled with limited …
Biosurfactant Producing Potential of Bacteria Isolated from Sediment of Crude Oil Contaminated Iko River Estuary, Nigeria
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Stephen Bernard Akpan, Ome Kalu Achi, Nwachukwu Ejikeme
There are several physical, chemical, and biological methods to remove petroleum hydrocarbons from contaminated environments. Biological processes are considered the most exciting, cost-effective, and environmentally …
Oil Spill Trajectory Simulations for the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria
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Salisu Salihu Alhassan, Haruna Yusuf, Sagir Garba Tahir
The consequences of oil spills due to exploration and exploitation activities in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria have continued to pose detrimental effects to …
Barriers to the application of Health Technology Assessment (HTA) results: the case of COVID-19 vaccine deployment in Ghana
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Brian Asare, Emmanuella Abassah-Konadu, Sarah Ama Kafui Okine
OBJECTIVES: Health Technology Assessment (HTA) guides healthcare decision-making, while Implementation Research (IR) addresses challenges in operationalizing these decisions. The SAVING (Sustainable Access and Delivery of …
Culture and waste: a socio-cultural study of household solid waste management practices
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Sunday Olutayo Fakunle, Ajani Oludele Albert
Introduction Studies have reported inadequate levels of individual participation in sustainable household solid waste (HSW) management practices, a limited number of indigenous studies have considered …
A systematic review and future directions for AI-driven detection of fraud patterns in SACCO transactions
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Dalton Ampumuza, Calorine Katushabe, Micheal Tamale
Fraud in Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) remains a major challenge that undermines financial inclusion and sustainability in developing countries. This study conducted a …
Understanding farmers’ adoption patterns of biofortified crops in Uganda: a case of iron beans
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Richard Alioma, Moses Kakungulu, Geoffrey Mubiinzi
Summary The diffusion of agricultural technologies, such as biofortified crops, is often non-linear, characterised by adoption, discontinuation, and re-adoption. This study examines the factors shaping …
Genetic diversity and evolution of endogenous pararetroviruses across Solanaceae: How farming systems drive dynamic tomato EPRVS changes under salt stress
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Nadia Zitouna, H. Sakka, Mohamed Taieb Bouteraa
Introduction: Endogenous pararetroviral sequences (EPRVs) expand plant genome plasticity and may serve as reservoirs for adaptive evolution. Most have undergone rearrangements and mutations, leaving them …
Infection prevention practices and associated factors among healthcare professionals in West Gojjam Zone public Hospitals Northwest Ethiopia, 2023
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Muluken Kindu, Muluken Azage, Genet Gedamu Kassie
BACKGROUND: Inadequate adherence to infection prevention and control standards places millions of patients and healthcare workers at risk of infectious diseases worldwide, including healthcare acquired …
Unequal bonds: social capital, equity and displacement outcomes in Nigeria
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John Mba Onuoha, Christopher Ihinegbu, Rosemary Daniella Ihinegbu
With the growing intensity of climate change, alongside increasing conflicts, terrorism, and development-induced evictions, displacement has become more prevalent—particularly among vulnerable communities. Existing studies on …
Diversity of soil bacterial communities in response to fonio (Digitaria exilis Stapf) genotypes and pedoclimatic conditions in Benin
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Tania L. I. Akponikpè, Elvire Line Sossa, Enoch G. Achigan‐Dako
In sub-Saharan regions, soil fertility is a major concern for plant productivity, influenced by physical, chemical, and biological components. Among biological properties, the recruitment of …
Evaluating the benefits and drawbacks of virtual interviewing from the candidate's experience
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Sashnavi Naidu, Musawenkosi D. Saurombe, Dikeledi V. Mogoai
Introduction The ongoing advancement of technology over the last several decades has substantially impacted organizations' overall recruitment function. Meanwhile, this already increasing adoption of technological …
Exploring post-operative pain management practices for improved outcomes among nurses in public hospitals in West Shewa, Ethiopia: a multicenter observational study
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Firaol Regea Gelassa, Ababe Dechasa, Desalegn Abdissa
Background: Effective postoperative pain (POP) management is crucial to enhance satisfaction and recovery. Nurses play a significant role in providing effective pain management, making it …
Reduced bio-efficacy of aged PermaNet® 3.0 Nets against local pyrethroid-resistant Anopheles arabiensis in Western Kenya
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Maxwell G. Machani, Guofa Zhou, Job Oyweri
Background Long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) are central to malaria control and designed to protect for up to three years; however, increasing pyrethroid resistance undermines their …